Boost Your Pet’s Nutrition Without Breaking the Bank

Think upgrading your pet’s food means draining your wallet? Think again.

In this episode, Amy Castro gets expert pet advice from Kat Donatello, founder of Austin and Kat, on how to improve your dog or cat’s diet without overspending. If you’ve been struggling with pet costs, unsure which supplements actually help, or just need real pet parenting solutions that fit your budget, this conversation is for you.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
• Simple, low-cost pet food savings tricks you can try today
• Pet saving hacks most cat care and dog owners overlook
• What most pet parents misunderstand about supplements and nutrition
• Why starting early sets your pets up for a healthier future
• How to practice pet care on a budget without sacrificing quality

Pet parenting struggles are real — from managing pet behavior to keeping food costs under control. This episode gives you practical, expert pet advice you can use right away, whether you’re feeding one cat, a new puppy, or managing multiple pets.

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Austin and Kat

P.S. In this episode, you’ll hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk — that’s what we called it before we upped our game. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place. 

Holiday guests coming who don’t love your pets? Don’t miss the December 3rd Quick Fix bonus episode. Amy shares simple ways to set expectations, create boundaries, and shut down holiday drama before it even starts. Listen in and keep everyone in your house off the naughty list. 

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Pet parenting is tough, but we give you pet advice and real pet parenting solutions for the daily issues you’re facing. Each week, we share pet cost hacks and tips for pet care on a budget, along with smart ways to save money on pet care and pet food savings that really work. If you’re stressed about vet bills, unclear pet nutrition advice, dog anxiety, or cat anxiety, you’ll get practical support right away.

You'll hear expert pet advice on dog training and managing pet behavior, cat care insights, pet care advice, pet food safety tips, and strategies to keep multi-pet homes calm. We also cover pet nutrition advice, stress-free vet visits, home cleaning with pets, and simple shifts that help you protect your wallet without sacrificing your pet’s wellbeing.

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Contact: Amy@petparenthotline.com ©Ⓟ 2025 Amy Castro

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